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“Then I'll tell your dad you had people kidnap me.” Jessica didn’t hesitate, her voice firm as she swallowed hard.
“If he finds out what you're pulling behind his back, you know what'll happen.”
“I didn’t send them,” Jack said quickly, distancing himself from the mess.
Jessica put on a helpless act. “Who's to say?”
Jack didn’t know what to say. His expression soured.
He knew how his dad was. To his father, Jessica could do no wrong. No matter what she said, he'd believe her.
But then, Jack’s eyes narrowed slightly, watching her closely. If it were anyone else, maybe he'd back off—but he
knew Jessica. She wouldn't lie. Still, her nervous reaction told him everything. She didn’t want Roland finding out
the truth about Melvin.
“Suit yourself.” He decided to gamble. “Worst case, we both get scolded.”
Jessica hadn't expected that response. She frowned.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtJack could tell by her face that he’d hit the mark.
“Melvin, right?” He pulled out his phone, pretending to dial.
“What are you doing?” Jessica asked, catching on.
“Calling your dad.” Jack twirled his phone lazily in his hand, sounding far too relaxed. “Figured I'd let him know
he’ll have a son-in-law soon.”
Jessica didn’t answer. Neither did Melvin.
Jack spun his phone between his fingers, shooting glances at both of them. “What, you weren't planning on
introducing him to the family?”
“That's none of your business.” Jessica narrowed her eyes. “Why don’t you worry about your own business?”
“Well, this is my business now.”
Jessica clenched her fists. If she could slap him into silence, she would.
“If he wants to call, let him,” Melvin said calmly, thinking Jessica was just scared Roland would learn their
relationship was fake. “I'll take responsibility and deal with the consequences.”
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Jessica muttered under her breath, “What exactly are you taking responsibility for?”
“Ill cover for you,” Melvin whispered. “You won't get in trouble.” He'd already made up his mind. “Even if you
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“Besides,” Melvin added, no longer whispering, his voice perfectly clear.
Jessica blinked, caught off guard. “What?”
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“I'm calling now.” Jack pressed the button, throwing a glance Melvin’s way.
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